USA Powerlifting’s premier Youth Nationals return to Montgomery County this week

A young girl powerlifting
USA Powerlifting’s premier Youth Nationals return to Montgomery County this month, bringing top youth athletes to the region for three days of competitive lifting. Courtesy USA Powerlifting

VALLEY FORGE, Pa.—Youth athletes from across the U.S. are competing in USA Powerlifting Nationals at Valley Forge Casino Resort from July 25 to July 27.

The event will open on Friday, July 25, with the inspiring EmpowerID division—a dedicated session featuring athletes with intellectual disabilities competing on the national stage.

An event celebrating strength and resilience, the EmpowerID division offers a platform for lifters with intellectual disabilities to compete at the highest level. Meanwhile, Youth Nationals celebrates the future of powerlifting, showcasing the power, focus, and drive of young athletes from across the country.

The EmpowerID division shines a light on inclusion in athletics. Courtesy USA Powerlifting